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Your Brain Rewards Music with Dopamine | Durham News

New research reveals your brain releases dopamine when you vibe to music, turning every beat into a neurological reward. Scientists are mapping how familiar vs. new tunes activate different brain regions — proving music’s magic is literally wired into us. From ancient drums to modern basslines, music doesn’t just move us — it reshapes our emotions, memory, and behavior. Complex jazz fires more cognitive pathways, while pop hits pleasure centers straight on. This isn’t just fun science — it could revolutionize therapy. Next time you’re lost in a song? Your brain’s having a full-on chemical…

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